Hollywood accident causes 7 people to be trasnported to hosptial

Rescuers took seven people to a hospital Friday morning following an accident involving a Broward transit bus and two other vehicles,

Fatal Crash results in death of Christopher G. Cunningham

Jamie M. Mazdra, 26, of Fort Lauderdale, was charged with DUI manslaughter and failure to use due care in the death of Christopher G. Cunningham.  The law frim of Koch Parafinczuk & Wolf, P.A. represents the victims of negligence.

Class Action Waivers

Many contracts are drafted with arbitration clauses.  Most of the time, this type of clause is included in an agreement because it tends to limit litigation costs through the resolution of disputed outside of the judicial system.  Contracts may also include language within arbitration provisions that clearly intend to limit a signing party’s legal remedies in an arbitration hearing.  Specifically, clauses have included a bar on class action claims.  This type of acceptance by the signing party has been known to establish a “class action waiver.”  These waivers may not be enforceable for much longer in the state of Florida.

The Fourth District Court of Appeals recently ruled that an arbitration clause that intends to restrict plaintiffs from creating a class for the purpose of a class action lawsuit is unconscionable and violates public policy.  Thus, in that particular jurisdiction, such class action waivers are hereby unenforceable.  

Tragic death of Six year old in Auto Accident

The Coral Springs girl was killed in the accident.  Koch Parafinczuk & Wolf represents victims of automobile negligence.

Broward Residents Killed And Injured In Car Crash

Two killed and four injured in a motor vehicle crash.  This is a tragedy.  While legal liability is unclear at this stage, anyone involved in a fatal auto crash should consult a Florida attorney.  Here is the link to the article about the victims of the tragic auto accident.

Fatal Bike Accident In Fort Lauderdale

Bicyclist killed in apparent accident or crash with vehicle.  Will there be a lawsuit by the survivors against the drivers?
Link to article about death of bicyclist here

Long Wait In Emergency Room (ER) Leads To Amputation - And Potential Lawsuit?

In California a young girl had three of her limbs amputated after being forced to wait about five hours at an emergency room.  This is a tragedy.  Anyone injured who thinks they might have a medical malpractice claim against a medical provider or hospital should consult an attorney.  Here is a link to the article about the California girl who lost her hand and two feet after waiting five hours at the emergency room.

Child Injured On Bicycle Again

A Fort Lauderdale child was critically injured when the bike he was riding collided with a car (or vice versa).  Such car-bike accidents are tragic.  Oftentimes the victim's family will consult an attorney for legal advice.

Hialeah Teenagers Tragic Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Accident

Five teenagers died in Hialeah's Little Haiti neighborhood when they were apparently poisoned by carbon monoxide in their hotel.

 

Carbon monoxide poisoning

The law firm of Koch, Parafinczuk, and Wolf represents victims of carbon monoxide poisoning and their families throughout Southern Florida.   Owners of hotels, motels, and homes have a duty to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition.  This may include having operative smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to warn residents and guests of any potential danger.  This is especially true when dealing with carbon monoxide poisoning as the fumes are odorless and represent a hidden danger to hotel guests. 

Carbon monoxide detectors are inexpensive.  As such, most hotels, motels, and homes have such detectors.  Unfortunately, others do not, and put their guests and residents in grave danger. 
Depending upon the facts of your case,  victims of carbon dioxide poisoning and their families may have causes of action against hotels, developers, and property management companies of the same. 

If a family member has been a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning, contact the law offices of Koch, Parafinczuk, and Wolf. 

Tragic Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Florida

A  man in Pompano Beach was killed after his motorcycle crashed into a pole in an industrial complex, the Broward Sheriff's Office said Sunday. The article is here.  


When a motorcycle crashes into another vehicle and someone is killed, there might be the possibility of a lawsuit

School Bullying Lawsuit In Florida

In Palm Beach County, Florida, a lawsuit has been filed against the school district alleging the district's failure to control bullying.  This article provides a recap of the situation at Jeaga Middle School in West Palm Beach.  If your child was bullied and you are not satisfied with the response of the school district to the problem it may be useful to consult an attorney to determine your rights.




The problem is apparently getting worse based on the newspaper's quotes from anonymous teachers:

"The students are out of control," said one. "It's horrendous. The administration blames the teachers and say it's lack of classroom control, but you can only control so much."

Another said she witnesses fights almost daily.

"The decline in student behavior is epidemic in public schools," the teacher said.  

Bullying lawsuits are becoming increasingly common, because when your kids go off to school, the environment should be safe.

Liability When Patient Goes Missing From Nursing Home

A man went missing from an assisted living facility in Hollywood.  Based on this article, the facts are fairly vague. Nursing homes have a duty to keep their residents safe.  If duties were violated in a case such as this one, it is a good idea for the family members to consult a lawyer to determine their rights.

Che Beckford: Missing NSU student

The mother of missing NSU student Che Beckford speculates that a car accident may have left him with an undiagnosed head injury.

What Is An Attractive Nuisance: Drowning Liability?

Who is to blame when a child drowns in a pool or lake?  Quite often, the "attractive nuisance doctrine" comes into play.  It is not always involved, but if a person has a pool or swimming hole and doesn't take adequate protection for safety, there may be liability on the part of the property owner.  A child nearly drowned recently in Greenacres, Florida, although facts have not yet revealed whether the attractive nuisance doctrine comes into play.

Liability For Fatal Fall From Bridge?

Recently in South Florida, a young life was ended when a college soccer player fell off a railroad bridge.

Kyle Conrad died Dec. 11 after he hit his head when he fell from the bridge near the Las Olas Riverfront, where he and his best friend had tried to take a shortcut across the New River.

While we do not yet know all of the details of this situation, it is a tragedy.  If you have been in a situation in which a relative has died from a tragic accident, it is worthwhile to consult an attorney to determine whether there is any liability on behalf of the party which operated or manned the bridge or owned the property.  

Liability For Night Club Fall

A woman apparently fell 50 feet off a night club balcony in West Palm Beach, Florida, at Roxy's.  While the woman's injuries were not disclosed, such a situation could be a reason to consult an attorney.  An attorney could potentially help to determine liability if there were any dangerous conditions which contributed to the fall, and potentially institute a lawsuit against any responsible parties..

Lawsuit In Fatal Accident On Dolphin Expressway?

When a person is killed in a car accident, such as the crash on the Dolphin Expressway recently, sometimes the survivors are well suited to consult an attorney.  While this accident is in the early stages of investigation, it is important for the decedent's survivors to consult a lawyer regarding his rights.

Child On Bicycle Hit By Car - Who To Sue?

A child riding a bicycle was struck by a minivan in Greenacres recently.  The newspaper report, linked here, reveals little about any damages.  However, this is a good time to think about who is responsible in such an auto accident.  We do not know the facts of this particular bicycle-minivan crash but if a driver was speeding, operating under the influence of alcohol or negligent somehow, it may be worth consulting an attorney especially if the victim is injured.  

Dog Attack Shootings - Who Can You Blame

What happens when you are attacked by a dog that is not your own?  Sometimes depending on the circumstances, the dog owner or property owner may be liable.  Recently the police had to shoot a pit bull after it attacked a couple who were caring for the dog in their own home.

Fatal Accident involving two teens in Broward

Two Miami-Dade teens were killed in an accident on U.S. 27 in West Broward.  Four people were injured. A tractor trailor was involved in the accident.